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Names to Track in August

Names to Track in August
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan July 31, 2024 @ 01:13 PM
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Johnny Magna
Johnny Magna 6'2" | CG | 2027
NY
Jermel Thomas
Jermel Thomas 6'0" | PG | 2026
NY
Reggie Grodin
Reggie Grodin 6'5" | SF | 2025
New E
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here is a look at some hoopers set to continue to trend upwards next month.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234300"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66aa6ee228433"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Magna is a player that continues to turn heads. Magna is a dynamic player known for his quick defensive moves, often providing an effective guard against opponents. His scoring ability is impressive, making him a consistent threat on the court. He excels in facilitating plays with his sharp court vision and passing skills. With speedy handles, Magna navigates the ball with impressive agility, creating opportunities for himself and his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Tyler Francis","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Hotchkiss ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Riverside Hawks","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66aa6ee2284d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Francis is an impactful forward who makes a significant difference on the court with his athleticism and skill. He frequently gets up for impressive dunks, energizing both his team and the crowd. His finishing ability around the rim is exceptional, consistently converting difficult shots into points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1532428"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66aa6ee228522"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grodin has received an offer from George Washington. Grodin is tough to stop in transition, using his speed and agility to outpace defenders. As a wing with impressive length, he effectively utilizes his reach to both defend and score. His slashing ability allows him to drive to the basket with precision and power. Grodin's combination of size and skill makes him a formidable offensive and defensive asset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Ahmed Ibrahim","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77245","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Eagle ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66aa6ee2285a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ibrahim excels at finishing plays around the basket with strength and precision. His great motor ensures he's always hustling, contributing both offensively and defensively. As a rim protector, he consistently challenges shots and alters opponents' attempts near the hoop. Ibrahim plays with remarkable intensity, bringing a relentless energy that fuels his team's performance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1729833"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66aa6ee2285e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thomas continues to turn heads with his exceptional play, consistently standing out on the court. As a fast-twitch point guard, he quickly accelerates and changes direction, making him a formidable offensive force. He has a knack for getting to his spots with precision, creating scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. Thomas is a dynamic scorer and playmaker, capable of making impactful plays and driving the game's momentum.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Here is a look at some hoopers set to continue to trend upwards next month.

Johnny Magna

Johnny Magna

NY
CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Johnny
Magna CG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Christ The King
|
NY
Names to Track in August
Magna is a player that continues to turn heads. Magna is a dynamic player known for his quick...
Written by Aasim Sullivan
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Johnny Magna

State: New York
School: Christ The King
Club: Riverside Hawks NYC
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Tyler Francis

Tyler Francis

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS SF
CLASS 2025

Tyler Francis

School: Hotchkiss
Club: Riverside Hawks
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Penn State
Reggie Grodin

Reggie Grodin

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SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2025
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Reggie
Grodin SF
Class
2025
Height
6'5"
HS
Newman School
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Grodin has received an offer from George Washington. Grodin is tough to stop in transition, using his speed...
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Penn State
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Reggie Grodin

State: New England
School: Newman School
Club: New York Lightning
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Ahmed Ibrahim

Ahmed Ibrahim

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2024

Ahmed Ibrahim

School: Eagle
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Jermel Thomas

Jermel Thomas

NY
PG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Jermel
Thomas PG
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
HS
Cardinal Hayes
|
NY
Names to Track in August
Thomas continues to turn heads with his exceptional play, consistently standing out on the court. As a fast-twitch...
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Jermel Thomas

State: New York
School: Cardinal Hayes
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